In my last appointment, I was the division head in a medium sized local company. My employer wanted me to do something which I felt was wrong, but was afraid to speak up to my boss. I discussed this with Bro Francis and he had advised me to stand up for what I believe in. I prayed about it for some time, and finally told my employer that I could not do it as it was against my integrity.
So in November 2001, for standing up, I lost my job and joined the increasing number of unemployed in Singapore. During the first few weeks, I had a dream that I was in a dark forest walking along a deserted path. I was very frightened but I had a little torch which I could only shine just a step or two ahead to guide me along this path. It was quite a long walk, but I focused on the one or two steps shone by my torch and I managed to walk out of the dark forest. This I believe was a vision from God that I was not alone during my difficult times. I was greatly encouraged, as I knew that God was with me every step of the way.
It turned out that this difficult period lasted 6 long months. I had planned my career carefully, and had never been out of a job before, so this experience was very terrifying for me. During this time, I tried to apply for many jobs. Although my last job was as a division head, I applied for the posts of secretary, child-care teacher, admin assistant, etc… Although I live in the East Coast, I even went as far away as Tuas to try for jobs. I was invited to a few interviews, but during those times, I felt like I was being “interrogated” rather than “interviewed”. As the weeks turned into months, it became more and more difficult, I became desperate and was slowly losing faith. I often questioned – why?
I was digging deep into my savings, and had borrowed from relatives. In late April this year, I was down to my last dollars. Then came an opportunity for me to apply to a regional position with a foreign company. My experience fitted the job to a “T” and I knew it was meant for me. I prayed about it and claimed it – not just the job, but the salary too. The breakthrough finally came -I was given the job, but the initial offer of the salary was a little low. I again claimed God's covenant promise and spoke into my situation, and asked my potential employer for my price. It was granted, and I started work immediately around mid May. The Word of God is true!!
I would like to encourage especially those who are going through unemployment not to lose your focus. God is your provider, and He knows the limits of what we can endure and will not allow us to go beyond what we can bear.
Written on Wednesday, 30 July 2003 00:00 by Administrator